MasteryPrep

Creating a true culture of college readiness takes more than prep for high-stakes assessments. It requires engagement, ownership, and everyday moments that help students see futures for themselves. 🚀 On our blog, we explore how districts nationwide are reshaping readiness—celebrating growth and turning test prep into a meaningful part of school culture. And at the center of it all: helping students stay motivated by the new opportunities that follow when they meet college-ready benchmarks. 🎓 https://bit.ly/3XieCOk

STAAR EOC retests are coming in December! Last spring, 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟰𝟯% 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟱𝟰% 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗟𝗔 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗔𝗥 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀, and even with lower cut scores, 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟱% 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗘𝗢𝗖𝘀. 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨? Sirius has a free resource to get you started that connects TEKS instruction to STAAR-tested thinking and offers practical ways to move more students into Approaches, Meets, and Masters. As part of the MasteryPrep family, you can also pair these strategies with one-day Boot Camps for STAAR, TSIA2, ACT, and SAT, backed by results like:  • 𝗬𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗮 𝗜𝗦𝗗: College-ready seniors 24.5% to 28.7%  • 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗦𝗗: College readiness 34% to 40%  • 𝗦𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿𝗮 𝗜𝗦𝗗: TSIA2 Writing pass rate 9% to 55% 👉 https://lnkd.in/dykUXNbj

We're hiring in Minnesota! 😊 We’re looking for part-time Reading + Math Test Prep Tutors who want to make a meaningful impact—without returning to the full-time classroom grind. As a MasteryPrep tutor, you’ll teach reading and math skills using our proven curriculum, during the school day, in supportive and engaging learning environments. What this role offers: 📚 Flexible, high-impact work (part-time; 16–18 week contract) 👩🏫 Paid training + ongoing coaching and support 🤝 In-person instructional time with students who benefit most We’re seeking passionate educators with classroom or tutoring experience who bring positivity, reliability, and a student-centered approach. Apply here: 👉 https://bit.ly/4oSFBw9

Kentucky educators: With the transition from the ACT to the SAT now underway, now’s the time to consider how you’ll support students ahead of test day. In a recent MasteryPrep webinar, Instructional Delivery Specialist Amy Hudson shared 6️⃣ high-impact strategies—from SAT-style bell ringers to reflection checkpoints—that teachers can weave into instruction this fall to build confidence and familiarity with the exam. ▶️ We break down each tip in our latest blog. https://bit.ly/4r45pGW

A stronger path to readiness starts with a stronger implementation strategy. ✅ MasteryPrep’s 6-Point Instructional Services Plan offers an advanced, custom-style level of guidance that helps schools remove barriers, strengthen implementation, and stay aligned on measurable goals. 📊 Our wraparound model supports educators from planning to progress monitoring: 1️⃣ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲: Aligning priorities from day one 2️⃣ 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭: Turning strategy into actionable campus plans 3️⃣ 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: Establishing data-driven achievement and usage targets 4️⃣ 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Preparing educators for effective implementation 5️⃣ 𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 + 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬: Monitoring fidelity and strengthening practice 6️⃣ 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬: Providing sustainable tools and ongoing instructional support See how this plan drives consistent implementation and real gains for students. https://lnkd.in/e-m4bx7V

We’re thrilled to see our founder and CEO, Craig Gehring, featured on the ACT Leadership Blog! 🎉 In “The Value of In-School Test Prep: Bringing College Readiness into the Classroom,” Craig shares how integrating test prep into daily teaching helps make learning more engaging and effective—and ensures every student has a pathway to postsecondary success. Through our strategic partnership with ACT, we're helping educators bring college readiness directly into the classroom—not as an add-on, but as an enhancement to standards-based instruction. Read Craig’s full article on ACT’s blog: https://bit.ly/47IA5EM

More than 10,000 MasteryPrep Boot Camps delivered. Thousands of students stepping into test day with confidence. 🎓 Schools nationwide are seeing stronger engagement, higher readiness, and real gains that matter. ✅ Reserve your spot today for success on the ACT, SAT, and beyond. https://bit.ly/43p9z26

As Kentucky moves from ACT → SAT, we’re hosting a free webinar to help schools plan for a smooth transition. ▶️💻 This Wednesday, November 12 at 2 PM ET/1 PM CT, Amy Hudson, Instructional Delivery Specialist at MasteryPrep, will outline the key shifts districts need to be ready for and what the new testing landscape means for teaching and learning statewide. We’ll explore: 📊 How the transition impacts district accountability 🧭 What educators should expect from the SAT’s structure and testing experience 📘 Practical steps schools can take to support students and staff We hope you can join us! Register: https://bit.ly/4hR9ytH

At Cullman County Schools in Alabama, ACT readiness is fueled by strong student engagement and a new culture around preparation. 🚀 After a strong pilot in 2023–24, the district expanded its MasteryPrep implementation to all 7️⃣ high schools. Since then, educators have seen how actionable data, growing student confidence, and consistent practices are strengthening readiness across campuses. “We needed something that went beyond test-taking strategies," says Kim Lindsey, Secondary Curriculum Coordinator at Cullman County Schools. "Our teachers wanted tools that actually helped students learn the content.” What’s driving the momentum? 📘 Districtwide professional development that builds teacher capacity 🔍 Practice Testing and data that guide targeted instruction 📚 Daily skill-building through MasteryPrep's Curriculum, Bell Ringers, and Online Course 🎉 Boot Camps for the ACT that motivate and celebrate students Read the full story to see how MasteryPrep helped Cullman County strengthen college readiness across the district: https://bit.ly/4nJIkGW

When Prep Becomes Proficiency 🌟 Bringing ACT Online Prep Powered by MasteryPrep into the classroom strengthens foundational academic skills every day—not just on test day. “When students encounter ACT-style rigor throughout their coursework, they develop confidence, resilience, and long-term retention. Learning becomes active, relevant, and measurable — not confined to a single assessment window,” says Craig Gehring, founder and CEO, MasteryPrep. When ACT prep becomes part of the curriculum, everyone benefits: 👥 Students and educators connect more deeply 🤩 Performance and confidence rise 🎓 College readiness support reaches more learners “Students aren’t just memorizing procedures; they’re learning how to transfer skills to unfamiliar problems, which is the essence of higher learning.” Read Craig’s full article here: https://hubs.ly/Q03RC7860 #ACT #CollegeAccess #CollegeReadiness #ACTprep